Another great episode that left me breathless at the end while not teetering into melodrama (although this episode came closer than ever). Continuing my analysis of the show from a perspective of Christian myth, I'll outline some more themes I saw and see if anyone agrees with me. There were two major themes that came…

I think there's also an important distinction to be made between the different types of evil outlined in the episode that definitely color Tawney's reaction. Being a genuine Christian, she feels more comfortable with the abstract evil, her miscarriage, because it can be rationalized into a divine plan. However, she is…

I think Vulture pointed out that Rectify is sublime example of art steeped in Christian myth, so let me give several thoughts on the symbolism, allusions, and themes in this episode.

There's also an important thematic difference is seeking consolation in Christianity (ie God's grace) vs the law, and that difference is really hit hard in this episode. If Junior went to his pastor, the end goal would have been forgiveness and eventually moving on. By going to the law, he is, at least subconsciously,…